​You’ve probably heard that it’s important to check the ingredients on your pet food. But what exactly do these ingredients mean? What is “meal”? What exactly are “beef byproducts”? Today, we’re giving you a brief overview of all the most common ingredients you’ll find in dog and cat food – and whether or not they’re a good thing.

​Dogs are a different species than humans. Understandably, their bodies process foods differently than our bodies.
You’ve probably heard that you shouldn’t give your dog chocolate. But there are dozens of other things you should never give your dog as well. Here’s your ultimate list of foods and beverages that you should never feed to your dog:

​Even the smartest dog owners can feel lost when looking at dog food ingredients. What exactly are you supposed to look for in dog food? How much protein content do you need? How much should you spend?Today, we’re going to help make your next trip to the pet food aisle easier. The next time you’re shopping around for pet food, pay attention to the following three nutrients.

Does your dog or cat have tinned food? Dry food? Or do they have what you have? Cats are different to dogs in that they are true carnivores. A dog will survive reasonably well on a diet of almost grains with a bit of meat while this type of diet will kill a cat very quickly. Cats need protein and fat in their diets and will suffer kidney failure if this is not supplied.

So there you are spending a relaxing night in, happily munching away on a tasty bowl of amazing spaghetti bolognaise loaded with delicious sauce and topped with parmesan cheese. Lo and behold approach your faithful pet - staring at you with their adoring eyes, looking up at you pleadingly for a tidbit.